The United States observed Gold Star Spouses Day on April 5 in honor of the surviving loved ones who lost their military member spouse in the line of duty or as a result of service connected injuries and illnesses.  

April has been designated as the Month of the Military Child since the 1980s. It is the special time to recognize the sacrifices made due to deploying parents and frequent moves to new locations, sometimes to foreign lands, requiring the leaving of school and friends because of their parent’s military commitments. 

April is Arab American Heritage Month. Our Arab American veterans are often overlooked as a distinguished part of our military history. Take time to research our Arab American veterans and read their stories, and to thank them for their services.

Today and every March 29, Vietnam Veterans Day is set aside as a day for Americans to honor the courage and sacrifice of those who served in the Vietnam War. Officially designated in 2017 as National Vietnam War Veterans Day by President Donald Trump, the holiday is marked by ceremonies and recognition across the U.S.

The Medal of Honor is the highest award for valor in combat and honors the recipient’s extraordinary heroism and risk of life while demonstrating the values of Courage, Sacrifice, Citizenship, Integrity, Commitment, and Patriotism.